Alexandra Morel, a post-doctoral researcher at the University of Oxford, will discuss environmental change, focusing on the critical role of forests. Her extensive research spans tropical forests

Alexandra Morel, a post-doctoral researcher at the University of Oxford, will discuss environmental change, focusing on the critical role of forests. Her extensive research spans tropical forests globally, from Malaysian Borneo to Ethiopia.

Dr. Morel's work explores the intersection of tropical forest ecology and smallholder agriculture, including the ecological limits of poverty alleviation (ecolimits.org). She also investigates the vital role of intact forests in providing global ecosystem services (eci.ox.ac.uk/if21/). A central theme in her research is understanding how forests mitigate and support adaptation to climate change.

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Marine plastic pollution poses a severe threat to our planet and wildlife. Kittie's artwork, crafted entirely from waste collected during British beach cleanups, powerfully highlights the urgent

Marine plastic pollution poses a severe threat to our planet and wildlife. Kittie's artwork, crafted entirely from waste collected during British beach cleanups, powerfully highlights the urgent need for action to protect our environment.

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Giorgia explores the critical challenge of food security for future Mars colonization. Her presentation is both insightful and clear, addressing the implications for Earth and beyond.

This

Giorgia explores the critical challenge of food security for future Mars colonization. Her presentation is both insightful and clear, addressing the implications for Earth and beyond.

This talk was delivered at a TEDx event, which follows the TED conference format but is independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Mohammad Lari, a UBC honours physiology student, shares motivation from youth initiatives. He emphasizes determination, learning from failures, and local action with global thinking, illustrating

Mohammad Lari, a UBC honours physiology student, shares motivation from youth initiatives. He emphasizes determination, learning from failures, and local action with global thinking, illustrating the "butterfly effect" where small changes yield large impacts.

Three years ago, Lari co-founded STEM Fellowship, a non-profit now active across Canada with 300+ members. STEM Fellowship (stemfellowship.org) runs initiatives including Big Data Challenges for sustainability, a student research journal, and mentorship. He also advises CIHR, UNESCO, and others on youth engagement.

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Global food production must increase by 70% by 2050, yet farmers are disappearing, and communities struggle for healthy food. Could solutions to these complex issues emerge from unexpected places,

Global food production must increase by 70% by 2050, yet farmers are disappearing, and communities struggle for healthy food. Could solutions to these complex issues emerge from unexpected places, like a Spanish desert and a Brooklyn parking lot?

Matt Bodnar, a Forbes "30 Under 30" honoree and partner at Fresh Hospitality, invests in innovative food and technology ventures, including vertical farming startup Square Roots. His work, which also spans commercial real estate with Fresh Capital, explores how strategic investment can address these critical challenges.

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Chef Richard Jones explores the future of food, addressing complex issues in production and consumption. His talk delves into the intersection of food, flavor, agriculture, sustainability, and

Chef Richard Jones explores the future of food, addressing complex issues in production and consumption. His talk delves into the intersection of food, flavor, agriculture, sustainability, and technology.

Jones' global culinary journey began in Adelaide, influencing his passion for diverse flavors. After moving to Nashville in 2000, he worked with renowned chefs and catered for major musical artists. In 2012, he became Executive Chef at Green Door Gourmet, where he educates consumers, develops recipes for CSA members, and champions community-supported agriculture, transforming Nashville's farm-to-fork dining.

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Reem Ali questions the role of sentiment and emotions in our preservation decisions. In her talk, she explores whether emotions should influence these choices and discusses their potentially

Reem Ali questions the role of sentiment and emotions in our preservation decisions. In her talk, she explores whether emotions should influence these choices and discusses their potentially world-altering outcomes.

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Jessica Elliott, a senior at Davenport Central, addresses the critical issue of ocean plastic pollution. Her talk presents compelling statistics and practical lifestyle changes to reduce

Jessica Elliott, a senior at Davenport Central, addresses the critical issue of ocean plastic pollution. Her talk presents compelling statistics and practical lifestyle changes to reduce individual impact on marine environments.

Deeply passionate about the ocean since her first visit, Jessica plans to pursue a degree in marine biology. She also mentors the youth philanthropy group Teens for Tomorrow, demonstrating her commitment to community and environmental stewardship.

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Kayla is passionate about environmental issues, discussing the benefits of reusing and recycling waste products. She is also dedicated to helping others and bringing them joy. Her interests

Kayla is passionate about environmental issues, discussing the benefits of reusing and recycling waste products. She is also dedicated to helping others and bringing them joy. Her interests include dancing, acting, singing, and a love for animals, particularly dolphins; she hopes to get a dog.

Reflecting on her future, Kayla states, "I am yet to discover what the future holds for me and what path I am destined to take, but I know that I am here for a reason and that reason is yet to be discovered."

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A dish can be a place to explore diverse flavors, including those considered "unacceptable," like insects. Can bugs redefine our gastronomic culture? Giulia Maffei and Giulia Tacchini, founders of

A dish can be a place to explore diverse flavors, including those considered "unacceptable," like insects. Can bugs redefine our gastronomic culture? Giulia Maffei and Giulia Tacchini, founders of Entonote, a consulting firm dedicated to ento-gastronomy (insect gastronomy), delve into this question.

Both Maffei, with a doctorate from the University of Turin and a Master's from Milan Bicocca, and Tacchini, a Polytechnic of Milan graduate, completed theses on entomophagy. Their expertise drives Entonote's mission. This talk was presented at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.